From live entertainment and water sports to parades, food, and family activities, LakeFest has become one of DeFuniak Springs’ most anticipated community celebrations. Centered around the iconic Lake DeFuniak, the festival brings together residents and visitors for a weekend that captures the spirit, beauty, and traditions of the city.
A slow brunch table. Dolphins rising through emerald water. Music drifting beneath string lights. Mother’s Day in Walton County does not need to be overplanned to be meaningful. Sometimes the best gift is simply time together.
A $25,000 grant from the St. Joe Community Foundation will fund a Teen Center remodel, expanded literacy programs, and a NASA-connected learning experience at Florida’s oldest continuously operating library in DeFuniak Springs.
Join us May 2 for the 6th Annual DeFuniak Springs Triathlon, where athletes from across the U.S. and abroad test their limits while the town rallies in support. From swims in the lake to bike rides and runs through downtown, this event celebrates endurance, community, and small-town charm. Proceeds benefit local nonprofits, showcasing the best of DeFuniak Springs.
Experience an evening of film and history in Freeport, FL with a benefit screening of The Flight of Jackie Cochran, featuring a live Q&A and fundraiser supporting the Wings of Courage Tour.
Under new ownership, Best Pals Pet Resort in DeFuniak Springs has unveiled a stunning remodel, including a warm, welcoming reception area and new healthy treats for every guest. During the renovations, each team member wrote a Bible verse on the interior walls, a quiet reminder of the resort’s mission to nurture both pets and the people who care for them. Discover how this family-owned resort continues to set a new standard in dog care.
